Pete Elliott

American football coach and player

Pete Elliott - American football coach and player
Born

September 29th, 1926
99 years ago

Died

2013
12 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college football at the University of Michigan and later joined the NFL as a quarterback for the Chicago Bears. Transitioned to coaching roles, including head coach at the University of Illinois, where significant contributions to the team's success occurred during the 1960s. Developed strategies and mentored players, influencing future generations of coaches and players in American football.

Played quarterback for the Chicago Bears

Served as head coach for the University of Illinois

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